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Chlorpheniramine Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Chlorpheniramine maleate 4mg; tabs.
Pharmacological Class
Antihistamine.
How Supplied
Contact supplier
Manufacturer
Chlorpheniramine Indications
Indications
Allergic and vasomotor rhinitis, conjunctivitis, pruritus.
Chlorpheniramine Dosage and Administration
Adult
4mg every 4–6hrs; max 24mg/24hrs.
Children
<6yrs: not recommended. 6–11yrs: 2mg every 4–6hrs; max 12mg/24hrs.
Chlorpheniramine Contraindications
Not Applicable
Chlorpheniramine Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Chlorpheniramine Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Asthma and lower respiratory disorders. Glaucoma. GI or GU obstruction. Pregnancy, nursing mothers: not recommended.
Chlorpheniramine Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Chlorpheniramine Interactions
Interactions
Potentiates CNS depression with alcohol, other CNS depressants.
Chlorpheniramine Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Anticholinergic effects, drowsiness, dizziness, paradoxical excitement.
Chlorpheniramine Clinical Trials
See Literature
Chlorpheniramine Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand name Chlor-Trimeton.
Chlorpheniramine Patient Counseling
See Literature
